Central Shop Services (CSS) plumbers take pride in providing high quality and responsive services to their university customers. Versatile and innovative in their approach, the crew uses state of the art tools and techniques in tackling projects. From repairing broken water pipes to maintaining campus drain lines, CSS plumbers play a critical role in the university’s water flow system.

The Life of an Electrician

As an electrician for Central Shop Services (CSS) Ivan Alvarez is responsible for coordinating and providing power supply to vendors during university events. Mr. Alvarez works with FMS Utilities and Preventative Maintenance, Zone Maintenance, and Construction Project Services electricians to successfully meet all university electrical needs. When he isn’t busy with events or emergencies, he spends his time updating and maintaining parking structure lighting, and hospitality exhaust systems.

The art of carpentry

Carpentry is vital to the work carried out by the FMS Central Shops Services (CSS) crew. Martin Fregoso, a CSS Carpenter, is responsible for cutting, shaping and installing building materials for CSS projects. His work is greatly appreciated as it involves keeping our walls and entrances intact. Mr. Fregoso also helps reach pipes in need of repair, for example, by cutting open drywall and exposing the pipe, and then patching up the area after the repair is complete.

The FMS Events Planning team is dedicated to hosting memorable events for all of their customers, including USC departments and schools, student organizations, as well as external groups and businesses. From Commencement to Homecoming, the Events Planning team expertly provides the appropriate backdrop for every occasion.